On July 1, the centre will outlaw single-use plastics, and control rooms will be put up to help enforce the prohibition

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in a statement issued on June 28, stated, “India will ban manufacture, import, stocking, distribution, sale and use of identified single-use plastic items, which have low utility and high littering potential, all across the country from July 1, 2022.”

Carrying forward the spirit of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsava’, a defining step to curb pollution caused by littered and unmanaged plastic waste is being taken by the country.

The statement from the Ministry also explained that globally, it is acknowledged that single-use plastic waste has an adverse impact on marine environments as well as terrestrial ecosystems. Single-use plastics-related pollution has emerged as a significant environmental issue that affects all nations.

List of things to avoid starting on July 1

Sticky earbuds made of plastic

Balloons with plastic sticks

Polymer flags

Candy and stick ice cream

For decorating, use polystyrene (Thermocol)

Plates, cups, glasses, spoons, forks, knives, and trays made of plastic are also available.

Plastic cards for parties

Packets of cigarettes

PVC banners less than 100 microns

Additionally, in accordance with the Plastic Waste Management Amendment Rules, 2022 on February 16, 2022, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change established guidelines on Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR).